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Ministry of Finance
Auction for Sale  of  ‘GoI Floating Rate Bond 2028’,  ‘6.10% GS 2031’, and  ‘6.76% GS 2061’
The Government of India  has announced the Sale  of  ‘‘GoI Floating Rate Bonds, 2028’ for a notified amount of ₹4,000 crore  through price based auction using uniform price method;  ‘6.10% Government Security, 2031’ for a notified amount of ₹13,000 crore  through price based auction using uniform price method and  ‘6.76% Government Security 2061’ for a notified amount of ₹7,000 crore  through price based auction using multiple price method. GoI will have the option to retain additional subscription up to ₹2,000 crore each against one or more security/ies. The auctions will be conducted by the Reserve Bank of India, Mumbai Office, Fort, Mumbai on Friday i.e. October 29, 2021.
Up to 5% of the notified amount of the sale of the Securities will be allotted to eligible individuals and institutions as per the Scheme for Non-Competitive Bidding Facility in the Auction of Government Securities.
Both competitive and non-competitive bids for the auction should be submitted in electronic format on the Reserve Bank of India Core Banking Solution  system on October 29, 2021. The non-competitive bids should be submitted between 10.30 a.m. and 11.00 a.m. and the competitive bids should be submitted between 10.30 a.m. and 11.30 a.m.
The result of the auctions will be announced on October 29, 2021  and payment by successful bidders will be on November 01, 2021 .
The Securities will be eligible for “When Issued” trading in accordance with the guidelines on ‘When Issued transactions in Central Government Securities’ issued by the Reserve Bank of India vide circular No. RBI/2018-19/25 dated July 24, 2018 as amended from time to time.
Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
Draft notification issued to facilitate Divyangjan in conversion of fully built vehicles into adapted vehicles through temporary registration
The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways  has issued a draft notification G.S.R. 90 on 9 February 2023 to facilitate Divyangjan in the conversion of fully built vehicles into adapted vehicles through temporary registration.
Adaptation of motor vehicles, as per the specific needs of Divyangajan, is often required to facilitate their mobility. Currently, such adaptation could either be carried out prior to registration of vehicle, by the manufacturer or his authorized dealer, or after the registration of vehicle in as-is form on the basis of permission received from registering authority.
To simplify this process, MoRTH has proposed amendments in rules 53A and 53B, to extend the facility of Temporary Registration for adaptation of motor vehicles.
The key provisions of the amendment rules are as follows:
1. In rule 53A, the grounds for applying for temporary registration has been expanded, to include cases of fully built motor vehicles which are to be altered for conversion to an adapted vehicle.
2. In rule 53B, a proviso is proposed to be added under sub-rule 2 to state that the validity of temporary registration will be 45 days for conversion of fully built motor vehicle to adapted vehicle, as well as in case the motor vehicle is being registered in a state other than the state in which the dealer is situated.
These amendments are expected to further facilitate the driving of motor vehicles by Divyangjan.
Comments and suggestions are invited from all stakeholders within a period of thirty days.
Ministry of Finance
Cabinet approves introduction of International Financial Services Centres Authority Bill, 2019 in Lok Sabha, after withdrawal from Rajya Sabha
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today approved for withdrawing of the International Financial Services Centres Authority, 2019 Bill which was introduced in the Rajya Sabha on 12th February, 2019 and pending in the Rajya Sabha and introducing the International Financial Services Centres Authority Bill, 2019 in the Lok Sabha in the ensuing session of the Parliament.
Benefits
Currently the banking, capital markets and insurance sectors in IFSC are regulated by multiple regulators i.e. RBI, SEBI and IRDAI. The dynamic nature of business in the IFSCs necessitates a high degree of inter-regulatory coordination. It also requires clarifications and frequent amendments in the existing regulations governing financial activities in IFSCs.
The development of financial services and products in IFSCs would require focused and dedicated regulatory interventions. Hence a need is felt for having a unified financial regulator for IFSCs in India to provide world class regulatory environment to financial market participants.
Further, this would also be essential from an ease of doing business perspective. The unified authority would also provide the much needed impetus to further development of IFSC in India in-sync with the global best practices.
Background
The Union Cabinet in its meeting held on February 6, 2019 had approved the proposal for establishment of a unified authority for regulating all financial services through the introduction of the International Financial Services Centres Authority Bill 2019 in the Parliament. Subsequently, the International Financial Services Centres Authority Bill, 2019 was introduced in the Rajya Sabha on February 12, 2019 by the then Hon’ble Minister of State .
The Lok Sabha Secretariat has now conveyed that this is a Finance Bill under Article 117 of the Constitution and that it should be introduced in Lok Sabha accordingly with the recommendation of the President under Article 117 and 274 of the Constitution.
Ministry of Culture
National Gallery of Modern Art celebrates 66 years by launching virtual tour of its permanent collection amid lockdown
NGMA has provided facility of virtual tour of its permanent collection for the first ever time in view of extraordinary circumstances
, India is following lock down for 21 days. The Museums and Libraries under Ministry of Culture are closed for public access till further orders due to which people are not able to visit National Gallery of Modern Art to see its permanent collection.
In the present scenario, on the eve of 66th Foundation Day , NGMA launched Virtual Tour of itits permanent collection for the visitors to enjoy without having to physically visit the Museum during these days. It is for the first time that NGMA has provided the facility of virtual tour of its permanent collection to art lovers. Director General, NGMA Shri Adwaita Gadanayak said that the permanent collection reflects its repository as an institution of dynamic and progressive collective acumen. NGMA'S virtual tour has plenty to explore and ponder over, he added.
DG, NGMA said that the sculptures, paintings and prints in the visual tour are a step further to showcase the hidden treasures of our reserve collection. He said that NGMA presents this visual tour as a tribute to our modern masters and firmly believe that this would generate greater interest among people towards the legacy of sculptures, paintings and prints as a creative medium. The link of virtual tour is given below.
http://www.ngmaindia.gov.in/index.asp
Ministry of Home Affairs
Extension of the last date of for nomination for Sardar Patel National Unity Award to 30 April, 2020
Government of India has instituted Sardar Patel National Unity Award as the highest civilian award for contribution in promoting unity and integrity of India. The award seeks to recognize the notable and inspiring contribution made by individuals or institutions or organizations in this field and reinforces the value of strong and united India. A notification in this regard was issued on 20th September, 2019 calling in for nominations/recommendations for the Award. The detail in respect of award is available at www.nationalunityawards.mha.gov.in . The last date for submission of nominations has been extended uptil 30th April 2020.
Prime Minister's Office
Queen Margrethe II of Denmark Welcomes Prime Minister
Her Majesty Queen Margrethe II of Denmark received Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today at the hostoric Amalienborg Palace in Copenhagen.
Prime Minister felicitated Her Majesty on the occasion of the Golden Jubilee of her accession to the throne of Denmark.
Prime Minister briefed her on the increasing momentum in India - Denmark ties in recent years, particularly the Green Strategic Partnership. He also lauded the role of the Danish Royal Family in furthering social causes.
Prime Minister thanked Her Majesty for the warm reception and hospitality extended to him.
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Workshop conducted on ‘Linking Chabahar Port with INSTC’
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, GoI, in association with India Ports Global Ltd, conducted a workshop on the ‘Linking Chabahar Port with INSTC’ in Mumbai today. The International North–South Transport Corridor  is a multi-modal transportation route linking the Indian Ocean and the Persian Gulf to the Caspian Sea via Iran and onward to northern Europe via St. Petersburg in Russia.
During the workshop, a presentation on INSTC was given by MD-IPGL, and FFFAI presented a presentation on the study report of INSTC. Khosrow Saraei, DG of Transit, Logistics, and Agreements of PMO, Iran, addressed the workshop, followed by the address of the Secretary, MoPSW.
The INSTC envisages the movement of goods from Mumbai  to Shahid Beheshti Port – Chabahar  by sea, from Chabahar to Bandar-e- Anzali  by road, and then from Bandar-e- Anzali to Astrakhan  by ship across the Caspian Sea, and after that from Astrakhan to other regions of the Russian Federation and further into Europe by Russian railways were highlighted by the speakers during the workshop.
The strategic location of Chabahar has a great advantage for developing it as a transshipment hub. The Port’s deep draft of 16 m is suitable for handling large shipment vessels. The Port lies close to some of the busiest trade routes in the world. The region comes under the Asia-Europe, Asia-Asia trade route, which carries large cargo volumes.
INSTC  is India’s vision and initiative to reduce the time taken for EXIM shipments to reach Russia, Europe and enter the central Asian markets. Successful activation of the corridor will help connect India to Russia and Central Asian countries. The Chabahar Port, located in Iran, is the commercial transit centre for the region, especially Central Asia.
The workshop concluded with a vote of thanks, presented by the Director of Operations, IPGL.
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
V.O. Chidambaranar Port creates yet another record by handling highest number of Import Windmill blades in a single consignment
V.O. Chidambaranar Port in Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu handled 120 number of imported windmill blades, the highest volume in a single consignment on 27.10.22 surpassing the previous highest import of 60 windmill blades in a single consignment. The entire consignment was handled diligently with two Harbour Mobile cranes, with utmost concern for the safety of the cargo and cargo handling workers.
The flatbottomed Vessel ‘MV.NAN FENG ZHI XING’ with arrival draft of 6.60 metres, loaded with 120 windmill blades , was berthed at the Port on 25.10.2022 and the entire consignment was unloaded in a span of 44 Hours. The windmill blades manufactured in China were shipped from the Port of Changshu and imported through VOC Port for the windmill farms functioning across the Country.
V.O. Chidambaranar Port, with a commendable track record in handling of windmill blades and accessories, had handled 2906 windmill blades during the financial year 2021-2022 and 1598 windmill blades during the current financial year up to September, 2022. The Port provides ample storage area for stacking the windmill blades and accessories, congestion free and easy access to the long retractable Windmill blade trucks, and the hinterland access is seamless through the National Highways network connecting the Port
Shri T.K. Ramachandran, Chairman, V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority said that “The excellent services offered by VOC Port in handling of Windmill blades directly contributes to service mechanism towards sustainable development in the region and helps to enhance renewable energy capacity of India”.
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Ministry of Micro,Small & Medium Enterprises
MSME Minister launches India Export Initiative and IndiaXports 2021 Portal
Union Minister for MSMEs Shri Narayan Rane virtually inaugurated the India Export Initiative and IndiaXports 2021 Portal of India SME Forum in New Delhi today. He was accompanied by MoS Shri Bhanu Pratap Singh Verma and senior officers of the Ministry.
Speaking on the occasion, Shri Rane expressed confidence of India driving the export growth with the help of MSMEs and achieving the target of 400 Billion USD by this fiscal and achieving the challenging target of 1 trillion in exports by 2027. He said, to enhance exports and ensure localization it is essential to make the country a global manufacturing powerhouse by improving India’s manufacturing base. This can be achieved by scaling up India’s competitive advantage or augmenting the competitiveness of MSMEs and make India a preferred destination for manufacturing for the world. The Minister said, to reduce the trade balance and reduce imports, MSME will play an import role and it can be done through increasing their manufacturing capabilities. He added that adopting a holistic approach will make India a global manufacturing and leading export hub.
MoS Shri Bhanu Pratap Singh Verma recalled the time when India had a major share in global trade because of country’s powerful trade and exports. He said, MSME exports are going to play a role of a catalyst in restoring the strength of the Indian economy.With more than 63 million MSMEs spread across the geographical expanse of India, MSMEs have been contributing nearly 40% of overall India’s exports, contributing to approx. 6.11% of the country’s manufacturing GDP & 24.63% of the GDP from services sector.
IndiaXports aims to orient MSMEs free of cost, with the objective of focussing on the untapped export potential in existing tariff lines and supporting MSMEs in order to grow the number of exporting MSMEs and increase MSME exports by 50% in 2022 and contributing to the PM’s dream of the US $5 Trillion Economy.
This initiative features an Info Portal which serves as a knowledge base for exports by Indian MSMEs with the required information related to export potential for all the 456 tariff lines along with the potential markets as well as trends in exports, export procedures and lots more. Apart from an export help desk, Instructor led orientation will also be provided to MSMEs through a series of sessions for specific sectors highlighting the opportunities in specific products in international markets. The initiative targets 1 lakh+ MSMEs desirous of knowing more about exports and hand holding 30,000+ MSMEs to start exporting, doubling the base of active exporters.
Ministry of Development of North-East Region
A Design & Product Development Programme Organized by North East Cane and Bamboo Development Council  Under Ministry of Doner
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North East Cane and Bamboo Devolopment Council  cluster at Noney, Manipur had conducted a ‘Design & Product Development Programme” training on Cane and Bamboo based utility products for 10 days.
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The program was aimed to empower local rural men and women - youth, farmers and artisans to get an inside knowledge on the various aspects of designing and product development in order to give a value addition to the existing way of working out on a product.
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Prime Minister's Office
PM meets members of JP Morgan International Council
PM met with the JP Morgan International Council in New Delhi today. After 2007, this was the first time that the International Council met in India.
The International Council comprises of global statesmen like former British Prime Minister Tony Blair, former Australian PM John Howard, former US Secretaries of State Henry Kissinger and Condoleezza Rice, former Secretary of Defence Robert Gates as well as leading figures from the world of business and finance like Jamie Dimon , Ratan Tata  and leading representatives from global companies like Nestle, Alibaba, Alfa, Iberdola, Kraft Heinz etc.
While welcoming the group to India, Prime Minister discussed his vision for making India a USD 5 trillion economy by 2024. Prime Minister said that the development of world class physical infrastructure and improvements in affordable health-care and providing quality education were some other policy priorities for the Government.
People’s Participation remained a guiding tenet of policy making for the Government. On foreign policy front, India continued to work together with its strategic partners and close neighbors to build a fair and equitable multipolar world order.
Prime Minister's Office
Mann ki Baat to take place at 11.30 AM on 30th January, 2022
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has said that 'Mann ki Baat' which will take place on 30th January, 2022, will begin at 11:30 AM after observing the remembrances to Gandhi Ji on his Punya Tithi.
The Prime Minister's Office tweeted;
"This month’s #MannKiBaat, which will take place on the 30th, will begin at 11:30 AM after observing the remembrances to Gandhi Ji on his Punya Tithi."
Ministry of Finance
DRI busts clandestine makeshift laboratory in Nagar Kurnool District, Telangana; seizes 31.42 kg Alprazolam worth Rs. 3.14 crore, one held
The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence  busts a clandestine makeshift laboratory in Nagar Kurnool District of Telangana and seizes 31.42 kg of Alprazolam  and arrests a person.
Based on specific intelligence, a clandestine makeshift laboratory manufacturing Alprazolam was busted in a remote poultry farm amidst agricultural fields on the out-skirts of Vattem village , Nagar Kurnool District of Telangana.
The planned strike resulted in the seizure of 31.42 kg Alprazolam as finished product  and in-process material along with machinery and other equipment used in the manufacturing.
The person engaged in the manufacture of Alprazolam has been arrested and further investigation is in progress.
President's Secretariat
President of India's message on the Eve of World Tuberculosis Day
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind, in his message on the eve of World Tuberculosis Day, which is observed every year on March 24, has said:-
“I am happy to learn that World Tuberculosis Day is being observed on 24th March, 2021 to raise public awareness about TB. On this day in the year 1882, Dr. Robert Koch announced the discovery of the bacteria that causes TB. It paved the way for diagnosis and cure of this deadly disease.
The year 2020 was a watershed moment for healthcare in India as well as around the world. The COVID-19 pandemic underlined the importance of a quality healthcare system accessible to every individual.
The entire National TB Elimination Program was at the forefront in fight against COVID-19. Their commitment towards tackling the COVID pandemic while continuing with TB elimination efforts is commendable. Government of India is committed to achieving the goal of Universal Health Coverage as per the UN Sustainable Development Goals. This is being implemented under the aegis of Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana which is the largest national insurance scheme in the world.
I would like to complement the National TB Elimination Program on their commendable achievements despite the difficult circumstances. On this occasion we should reinvigorate our efforts to achieve ‘Health for All’, and create a brighter and healthier future for generations to come”.
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Cabinet
Cabinet apprised of MOU between India and Spain on India-Spain cooperation in renewable energy
Cabinet apprised of MOU between India and Spain on India-Spain cooperation in renewable energy
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has been apprised of the Memorandum of Understanding  between India and Spain on India-Spain Cooperation in renewable energy. The MoU was signed on 30th May, 2017 at Spain.
The MoU will help in strengthening bilateral cooperation between the two countries with the exchange of expertise and networking of information.
Both sides aim to establish the basis for a cooperative institutional relationship to encourage and promote technical bilateral cooperation on new and renewable energy issues on the basis of mutual benefit equality and reciprocity. The MoU envisages to establish a Joint Working Committee to review, monitor and discuss matters relation to areas of cooperation.
Special Service and Features
Regional Media Workshop of PIB Cochin at Perinthalmanna on September 21, 2023
Perinthalmanna: September 20, 2023
Press Information Bureau , Cochin, under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, is organizing a Regional Media Conference for journalists on September 21, 2023  from 9.30 am at Hotel Hiton, Perinthalmanna in Malappuram. Padma Shri Awardee Shri Balan Putheri will inaugurate the Conference. Shri V. Palanichamy, Additional Director General, PIB Kerala-Lakshadweep Region, will preside over the function. Shri A. Radhakrishnan and Shri James T. J., President and Secretary respectively, Press Forum, Perinthalmanna will deliver the keynote addresses.
Shri P. V. Raman Kutty, Financial Literacy Counsellor, will lead the first session on ‘An Overview of Central Govt Schemes’. Senior Journalist Shri Ashok Srinivas will speak on ‘Development Journalism and the Role of Media in Creating a Jan Andolan’. Journalist Shri N. P. C. Ranjith will lead the third session on ‘New Trends in Journalism & Social Media’.
Smt. Rashmi Roja Thushara Nair, Director, PIB Cochin will give an introduction to various media organizations under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
In the 'Sharing of Experiences' segment of the Workshop, officials from various media organizations under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and beneficiaries of central government schemes will narrate their experiences.
PIB periodically organizes such workshops in various districts to build a direct interface with regional media persons as part of its outreach activities.
The Workshop is being organized in association with Press Forum, Perinthalmanna and CBC, Palakkad Office. Smt Shamila K. Y., Media and Communication Officer, PIB Cochin will welcome the gathering.Entry is only for registered journalists
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment
CHANGE IN POST MATRIC SCHOLARSHIP
The scheme of Post Matric Scholarship for SC students was revised recently in December 2020. Some of the major provisions included in the scheme guidelines are as follows:
- Revised Funding pattern between the Centre and State with a fixed sharing ratio of 60:40 .
- Payment of entire scholarship amount into the account of the students only through DBT mode
- Development of a robust IT robust framework for, inter alia, ensuring transparency and timely delivery.
- Priority to the poorest SC households for coverage under the scheme.
- Focus on the quality of the institutions.
- Efforts to increase awareness regarding the scheme and to encourage dropped-out students to enroll.
The allocation for the scheme has been increased to Rs. 3415.62 Cr in 2021-22. State/UT wise allocation is not done under the scheme, as it is demand-based scheme.
This information was given by Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Dr.Virendra Kumar in the Lok Sabha in a written reply today.
Special Service and Features
'BAKRID' holiday for Central Government Offices in Kerala will be on July 21st
Central Govt. Employees Welfare Co-ordination Committee , Kerala has said that the 'BAKRID' holiday for Central Government Offices in Kerala will be on 21-07-2021  instead of 20-07-2021  . Hence 20-07-2021  will be a working day for all Central Govt. Offices in Kerala